What is the cheapest way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Cologne is to bus which costs €19 - €140 and takes 21h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Cologne is to fly which takes 4h 15m and costs €110 - €370.

Is there a direct bus between Cluj-Napoca and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest and arriving at Köln. Services depart three times a week, and operate Wednesday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 21h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Cluj-Napoca and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Cluj-Napoca to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Cluj Napoca and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Budapest-Keleti, Passau Hbf and Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 9m.

How far is it from Cluj-Napoca to Cologne?

The distance between Cluj-Napoca and Cologne is 1315 km. The road distance is 1524.7 km.

How do I travel from Cluj-Napoca to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Cologne without a car is to bus and train which takes 13h 47m and costs €25 - €210.

How long does it take to get from Cluj-Napoca to Cologne?

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Cluj-Napoca to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cluj-Napoca to Cologne bus from?

Cluj-Napoca to Cologne bus services, operated by Euro Fratello Srl, depart from Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest station.

Where do I catch the Cluj-Napoca to Cologne train from?

Cluj-Napoca to Cologne train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), depart from Cluj Napoca station.

Train, bus or fly from Cluj-Napoca to Cologne?

The best way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Cologne is to fly which takes 4h 15m and costs €110 - €370. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €130 - €300 and takes 24h 9m, you could also bus, which costs €19 - €140 and takes 21h 50m.

Where does the Cluj-Napoca to Cologne bus arrive?

Cluj-Napoca to Cologne bus services, operated by Euro Fratello Srl, arrive at Köln station.

What is the time difference between Cluj-Napoca and Cologne?

Cologne is 1h behind Cluj-Napoca. It is currently 9:58 PM in Cluj-Napoca and 8:58 PM in Cologne.

Where does the Cluj-Napoca to Cologne train arrive?

Cluj-Napoca to Cologne train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Budapest-Keleti station.

Can I drive from Cluj-Napoca to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Cluj-Napoca to Cologne is 1525 km. It takes approximately 15h 49m to drive from Cluj-Napoca to Cologne.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cluj-Napoca to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Cluj-Napoca to Cologne - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Cluj-Napoca to Cologne by plane, bus, train, car, or car train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
best
1. Fly from Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)CLJ - CGN
4h 15m
€112–361
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest to Köln
21h 50m
€19–140
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest to Aachen
2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln HbfRe
13h 47m
€25–207
Train
1. Take the train from Cluj Napoca to Budapest-KeletiIr
2. Take the train from Budapest-Keleti to Passau HbfRjx
3. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Frankfurt91 / ...
4. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf41 / ...
24h 9m
€139–296
Drive 1,524.7 km
1. Drive from Cluj-Napoca to Cologne1,524.7 km
15h 49m
€218–315
Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Fly from Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)CLJ - DUS
5h 22m
€132–324
Fly to Dortmund Airport, train
1. Fly from Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) to Dortmund Airport (DTM)CLJ - DTM
2. Take the train from Holzwickede to Koeln Hbf
4h 56m
€75–345
Bus, train via Limburg an der Lahn
1. Take the bus from Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest to Limburg
2. Take the train from Limburg to Koblenz Hauptbahnhof
3. Take the train from Koblenz Hbf to Koeln HbfRe
30h 2m
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Cluj-Napoca to Villach Hbf
2. Take the car train from Villach Hbf to Düsseldorf Hbf
17h 58m
€250–1,219

Cluj-Napoca to Cologne by train

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24h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,315.5 km
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Cluj-Napoca, Romania and Cologne, Germany?

Lufthansa, Anima Wings, and Ulendo Airlink fly from Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cluj Napoca to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Budapest-Keleti, Passau Hbf, and Frankfurt in around 24h 9m.

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